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I'm a 49-year-old professor, herbalist, and retired nurse residing in Southern Oregon. In 2012, after suffering a complex health collapse, my list of diagnoses included autoimmune Lupus. My symptoms of Lupus included chronic renal failure, fatigue, brain fog, with joint inflammation and pain.
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My ability to function was severely impaired due to the severity of my symptoms
In 2013 my physici...
By Jay Jay O'Brien Certified Cannabis Wellness Coach and Educator
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The knives pincushioning my lower back and spine tickled in comparison to the twisting of the sword wedged between my ribcage. Piercing pain spread throughout my crippled legs, hips, lower back, and spine as every breath tightened like a vice squeezing the air out of my cancer-stricken lungs.
The task of taking a step tormented...
By Jay Jay O'Brien Certified Cannabis Wellness Coach and Educator
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In each article here at the Effective Cannabis Newsletter, I try to write from my personal experience. For this edition on Autoimmune Disease, I would have loved to share about Cannabis for Type 1 Diabetes, an autoimmune disease that we’ve been living within our home since my then 2, and now almost 15-year-old son was diagnosed,...
Hosted by Michelle Diston - Certified Cannabis Coach with Guest Nikki Lawley
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In this profound follow-up interview with Nikki Lawley, we delve deeper into her inspiring journey of healing and self-discovery. Last year, we discussed how Cannabis significantly improved her quality of life following a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Today, Nikki shares another critical chapter of her health saga,...
Submitted by Terese B. from Nelson, BC, Canada
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I am 50 years old from Nelson, BC Canada. I took my first puff of Cannabis at age 36.
I have been living with chronic illnesses, including Lyme Disease, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Multiple Chemical Sensitivities for the past 15 years.
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I felt like I was hardly keeping it all together
I struggled daily with symptoms like insomnia, fatigue, f...
By Dr. Demetria Bates, DNP, FNP-BC, CCE, and Health Coach
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin in the red blood cells when oxygen levels are low, causing the normally flexible round red blood cells to become rigid and adopt a sickle or crescent shape (Mangla et al., 2023). SCD significantly affects African Americans with research sho...
By John Malanca Cannabis Advocate and Educator
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There is a stubborn stigma surrounding Cannabis and it no longer is simply that Cannabis has no merit or is an entrance drug, but that the non-intoxicating cannabinoid, CBD, is ALL you need for health, wellness, and other ailments which is not totally true.
While CBD is a wonderful, major cannabinoid and something I take daily, other cannabinoids...
Cannabis Health Radio Podcast Hosted by: Ian Jessop and Corrie Yelland
Shared with the generous permission of Cannabis Health Radio. This episode originally aired in July, 2017
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When Darcy Stoddard from California hurt her leg in a fall she was left with nerve pain, swelling and only 10 percent lift in her foot. The doctor told her she would need a cane and cortisone shots. But when she ...
By Debi Wimberley Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter
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Have you ever found yourself lost in the vast world of skin care products, wondering which one holds the key to your skin’s happiness? From rashes and acne, burns and cuts to dry or wrinkled skin, choices can be overwhelming. But what if there’s a natural solution hidden in plain sight, thanks to you...
Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:
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In this short and insightful video, Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph. D. dives into the fascinating subject of using Cannabis and breast milk as topical solutions for skin care. This unconventional approach may offer surprising skincare advantages. The video discusses the effectiveness of these natural topicals in addressing a wide range of skin issues, touching on the...
By Michelle Diston - Certified Cannabis Coach and Educator
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In the world of holistic wellness, cannabis has emerged as a powerful ally for those seeking natural solutions to their health concerns. While many associate cannabis with its intoxicating properties, there's a lot more to this remarkable plant, especially when it comes to its applications in skincare and topicals. In this article, we'...
By: Shoshana Church, MPAS, PA-C, Certified Cannabis Educator, Coach and Aromatherapist
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What Are Topical Cannabinoids?
First, let’s understand what cannabinoids are. Cannabinoids are compounds found in the Cannabis plant that interact with our body’s endocannabinoid system. These compounds can either be ingested or applied topically. The most well-known cannabinoid in the Cannabis plant is THC...
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